1998 Chevrolet Blazer Chiped Block Starter Bolt This Welded

1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER
185,000 MILES
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chiped block at starter bolt . can this be welded
Oct 20, 2012 at 11:16 PM
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the right way of repairing it is to put the block in an oven to reach 500+ degrees, then weld the parts and let them cool.

obviously, this is not possible on the car. it can be welded but it will not last with the pressure it will be enduring

Roy
Oct 20, 2012 at 11:29 PM
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